Currently we have the following four main FydeOS releases, you may choose the release that suits you the best:
Quick Selection Guide
FydeOS for PC: General purpose, wide hardware compatibility for various PCs.
FydeOS for SBC: Optimized for single board computers like Raspberry Pi.
FydeOS for You: Device-specific optimization for select hardware (e.g., Surface).
FydeOS for VMware: Virtual machine experience without hardware installation.
FydeOS for PC
FydeOS for PC is the all-purpose distribution that brings FydeOS to your computer, supporting wide hardware compatibility across various PC platforms. Choose the variant below that best matches your hardware:
Ideal For: Newer Intel processors (8th Gen+), especially those with Core processors.
AMD Graphics (2011+, Intel & AMD CPU)
Processors: Compatible with both Intel and AMD processors.
Graphics: AMD Radeon series graphics (both dedicated and integrated).
Ideal For: Systems equipped with AMD Radeon graphics cards or integrated graphics (APUs).
To get started with FydeOS, you’ll need to select the right variant for your device. If your device matches the description, FydeOS for PC should boot successfully from a USB storage device, allowing you to start using it right away. For more detailed guidance on choosing the correct variant, refer to this guide. Once you’re ready, download FydeOS for PC here.
FydeOS for SBC
FydeOS for SBC is a specialized distribution optimized for Single Board Computers like Raspberry Pi and Radxa. This version delivers exceptional performance through precise hardware integration, providing developers and enthusiasts with a premium desktop experience on compact computing platforms.
Key Benefits
Optimized Performance: Specifically tuned for SBC hardware
Developer-Friendly: Perfect for projects and prototyping
Compact Form Factor: Full desktop experience on small devices
Supported Devices
Device
Release Year
Raspberry Pi 5 & 500
2023
Orange Pi 5 / 5B / 5 Plus
2022
Khadas Edge2
2022
Radxa Rock 5B
2022
Raspberry Pi 400 & Pi 4
2020
FydeOS for You
FydeOS for You offers device-specific optimization for select hardware platforms, delivering enhanced performance and compatibility. This tailored version unlocks device-specific features and capabilities not available in standard releases.
FydeOS for VMware provides a streamlined virtual machine experience, enabling users to explore FydeOS without dedicated hardware. Simply download the pre-configured VM image and follow our quick setup guide to run FydeOS on any system with VMware installed.
Perfect For
Exploration: Test FydeOS without hardware commitment
Evaluation: Assess features before full installation
Development: Quick testing environment for developers
Limitations of FydeOS for VMware
Here are the limitations you might find in the VMware version:
Linux Subsystem: Not supported.
Android Video Playback: Video playback in Android apps is not supported.
NDK Android Apps: Limited support. Android apps that use the NDK (like most games) may not work correctly.
OTA Updates: Not available. You won’t get automatic Over-The-Air updates.
VMware Host File Sharing: Not available. Sharing files with your main computer through VMware features won’t work.
openFyde & Chromium OS
In the meantime, we have open sourced some of the core technologies we used to make FydeOS and maintain a Chromium OS that runs on embedded devices and single board development kits, including:
Chromium OS for Raspberry Pi: Adapt to the famous single board computer development board Raspberry Pi and its suit (3B / 3B+ / 4B / Pi400).
Chromium OS VM for VMware: The Chromium OS virtual machine adapted to the VMWware virtual machine client is also the technical basis of FydeOS for VMware.
